The club would surely need to offload Rooney's salary and squad place for Griezmann?
Antoine Griezmann
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We've offloaded quit a bit of salary over the past 2/3 years tbh. Bastian likely will go too in the summer.
I'm cool with that. Rooney is surplus to requirements, barely even a squad player these days. He will break his record hopefully and then leave with his head held high, freeing up a lot of wages.
I actually think Pogba could be a World Class holding midfielder if he could develop the discipline, but he's just got too much flair and charisma for that role. If he matures and becomes a little more selfless, he has all the tools necessary to replace Carrick. His passing range and quality is insane, he has height, strength and power, and can cover the ground really well, whilst also being able to drive forward when required. He's also more likely to find space for those cannons from distance.
I can't imagine a scenario where he is still here come September.
Technically they don't have to as we just cleared 190k/wk from the sales of Schneiderlin and Memphis and may also lose Ashley Young (another 100 per week).
If we sign him we can officially call ourselves the biggest club in the world in terms of huge players of our current time. Not even Barcelona will be able to match the kind of quality we have if you look at the money spent, names, quality etc. Griezmann is just mind-blowing. He's unfeckingbuyable. How the hell are we going to pull that one off? I promise to walk from England to Spain - NUDE - and carry him on my back if he would sign.
We wouldn't need to, I think we still have one of the healthiest wages/turnover ratios in the league.
86m is ridiculous money to be fair, totally out of order.
I hope we tell them where to go if they won't accept at most 83.6m.
I hope we tell them where to go if they won't accept at most 83.6m.
This is one of them get-rich-quick-schemes innit? 'Cause I'd pay not to see that.
Pogba's optimum position is driving forward from a midfield-three, while Griezmann is at his best as part of a strike-duo. That means we'd need 4-4-2 diamond or 3-5-2 to get the best from both players simultaneously. It's very unlikely Mourinho would field either of those systems in the Premier League, so we'd probably see frequent switches between 4-2-3-1 (with Pogba playing a more-reserved role) and 4-3-3 (with Griezmann wide-right), depending on the opposition.
Why would the official club twitter account tweet about transfer rumours? Don't think ive seen the united one do that
Because city.
Christ, that club is absolutely desperate in every respect.
Little City 
If they don't get him... Especially if he comes to Utd they're setting themselves up for further embarrassment (if that's even possible)
Griez is the world....
Is this a rumours page on thier own website. What the....does Liverpool even do this.
Pretty sure United have or used to have a "rumours/what the press are saying" section on the website (or am I remembering wrong)
We definitely, definitely did.
And a running list of every player we'd been linked to in a window at one point I think.
Wow. That is their official twitter account, and a link to their official website. That is probably the worst article I've ever read.
Here it is, in full, if you don't want to go on that website, and have a few minutes to spare to read total nonsense that seems to be written by a child who seems to not really have any sort of point to make.
If one of Europe’s top forwards became available this summer City will be invariably linked – whether the Club actually join the bidding is another thing.
Case in point Antoine Griezmann.
The Atletico Madrid star set the European Championships alight last summer and is rumoured to be heading to the Premier League after this season ends – but to which club.
The London Evening Standard suggest four possible destinations – City among them – though the player himself has allegedly indicated he favours United if any deal does materialise.
The Standard write: “Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone says it is no surprise that his star forward Antoine Griezmann finds himself at the centre of transfer speculation involving Europe’s top sides.
“Chelsea are ready to meet the £85m release clause in the French striker’s contract but they will face a battle from the likes of Arsenal, Manchester United and Manchester City to secure arguably the most coveted player in Europe.
“Griezmann himself has offered indications that he may be leaning towards Old Trafford as his next destination, admitting in November that he “always” asks close friends Paul Pogba what it is like to play at Manchester United.”
One story that appears in a number of media outlets is the pursuit of one of the Blues’ Academy graduates – and it’s not the first time the player has been linked with Tottenham.
ClubCall report: “Manchester City could face a battle to keep hold of defender Tosin Adarabioyo as Tottenham are reported to be lining up a swoop.
“City are keen to keep hold of the 19-year-old defender but he has so far refused to sign a new deal and a number of Premier League rivals are waiting in the wings. Spurs are said to be one of them, while Everton and Leicester City are also reported to be watching developments over his contract at the Etihad Stadium.”
Reuters continue the Spurs theme with their preview of Saturday’s game, writing: “Tottenham Hotspur were the first club to expose chinks in the armour of Pep Guardiola's Manchester City and the in-form north London side will seek to inflict further damage at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday.
“When City travelled to White Hart Lane in October they did so with former Barcelona mastermind Guardiola threatening to turn his first season in England into a cakewalk after his side opened up with six straight Premier League wins.
“A 2-0 defeat, which could have been heavier, proved not just a blip, but a huge reality check for the Spaniard whose side have never been the same since.
“Young England midfielder Dele Alli is also in a rich vein of form so Tottenham will head north confident of a first away win against one of their top-of-the-table rivals this season, having lost to Chelsea and Manchester United and drawn at Arsenal.
“With City and Spurs facing each other, the other teams in the top six will look to gain some ground.”
Meanwhile, the Daily Mail report on City’s 3-1 FA Youth Cup win over Liverpool last night.
Lee Carsley’s side now progress to the last 16 of the competition and the Mail write: “He has enjoyed a taste of first-team training with Pep Guardiola, and it's probably time for some more for Jadon Sancho.
“During a season in which the fledgling winger has shone the brightest for the academy, Sancho was the pick for Manchester City and manager Lee Carsley as they eased into the FA Youth Cup fifth round.
“Southampton await next month - hours before Guardiola's side take on Swansea City in the Premier League - and another opportunity for home fans to marvel at someone who continues to dazzle.”
The Mirror pick up on a nice story of how Kelechi Iheanacho managed to sneak into a bar to watch City’s epic 2011/12 title triumph.
They report: “Iheanacho has revealed that the first time he ever watched Manchester City was when they clinched the title at the end of the 2011-12 season.
“The City striker was just 15 when he says he paid 12p to get into a bar in his native Nigeria to watch the final day of the season unfold, seeing now teammate Sergio Aguero score the crucial Premier League clinching goal in stoppage time against QPR .
“Now 20-year-old, who has now become City's second striker behind Aguero, described how everyone in the bar "was going crazy" as City pipped United to the league title.”
Well worth a read.
Finally, occasional mancity.com columnist Simon Curtis has written a lengthy preview for ESPN about this weekend’s top five clash at the Etihad, plus the damage already inflicted by Spurs on the Blues this campaign.
He writes: “Pep Guardiola's season -- and that of the team he steers -- has reached a pivotal moment.
“The enormity of the challenge, the steady accumulation of problems to attend to and the gradual realisation of how deep they run have brought things to a head. Once again, City's dirty washing is out and in clear view for everyone to see.
“Never before has the Catalan coach been confronted with such a scenario. Breaking new geographical ground was an obvious first, as was pitting his wits against the power and glory of the Premier League, but now Guardiola faces a multi-pronged challenge that will test every grain of his undoubted talent: How to haul Manchester City towards a successful climax to 2016-17.
“The first issue stems from the very core philosophy that has brought him this far: that of pass and move. City's possession has been long and untroubled for much of the season. Playing around in defensive and midfield areas, time stands still and all is right with the world.
“The ball pings gently and efficiently from foot to foot and player to player as if threaded along a piece of fishing line. During that glorious 10-win streak at the beginning of the season, it appeared enough to completely transform City, despite the personnel he was forced to employ.
Now, though, when the ball is safely delivered to the edge of the penalty box, things begin to happen to it that upset the apple cart.”
More – much more – tomorrow…
Case in point Antoine Griezmann.
The Atletico Madrid star set the European Championships alight last summer and is rumoured to be heading to the Premier League after this season ends – but to which club.
The London Evening Standard suggest four possible destinations – City among them – though the player himself has allegedly indicated he favours United if any deal does materialise.
The Standard write: “Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone says it is no surprise that his star forward Antoine Griezmann finds himself at the centre of transfer speculation involving Europe’s top sides.
“Chelsea are ready to meet the £85m release clause in the French striker’s contract but they will face a battle from the likes of Arsenal, Manchester United and Manchester City to secure arguably the most coveted player in Europe.
“Griezmann himself has offered indications that he may be leaning towards Old Trafford as his next destination, admitting in November that he “always” asks close friends Paul Pogba what it is like to play at Manchester United.”
One story that appears in a number of media outlets is the pursuit of one of the Blues’ Academy graduates – and it’s not the first time the player has been linked with Tottenham.
ClubCall report: “Manchester City could face a battle to keep hold of defender Tosin Adarabioyo as Tottenham are reported to be lining up a swoop.
“City are keen to keep hold of the 19-year-old defender but he has so far refused to sign a new deal and a number of Premier League rivals are waiting in the wings. Spurs are said to be one of them, while Everton and Leicester City are also reported to be watching developments over his contract at the Etihad Stadium.”
Reuters continue the Spurs theme with their preview of Saturday’s game, writing: “Tottenham Hotspur were the first club to expose chinks in the armour of Pep Guardiola's Manchester City and the in-form north London side will seek to inflict further damage at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday.
“When City travelled to White Hart Lane in October they did so with former Barcelona mastermind Guardiola threatening to turn his first season in England into a cakewalk after his side opened up with six straight Premier League wins.
“A 2-0 defeat, which could have been heavier, proved not just a blip, but a huge reality check for the Spaniard whose side have never been the same since.
“Young England midfielder Dele Alli is also in a rich vein of form so Tottenham will head north confident of a first away win against one of their top-of-the-table rivals this season, having lost to Chelsea and Manchester United and drawn at Arsenal.
“With City and Spurs facing each other, the other teams in the top six will look to gain some ground.”
Meanwhile, the Daily Mail report on City’s 3-1 FA Youth Cup win over Liverpool last night.
Lee Carsley’s side now progress to the last 16 of the competition and the Mail write: “He has enjoyed a taste of first-team training with Pep Guardiola, and it's probably time for some more for Jadon Sancho.
“During a season in which the fledgling winger has shone the brightest for the academy, Sancho was the pick for Manchester City and manager Lee Carsley as they eased into the FA Youth Cup fifth round.
“Southampton await next month - hours before Guardiola's side take on Swansea City in the Premier League - and another opportunity for home fans to marvel at someone who continues to dazzle.”
The Mirror pick up on a nice story of how Kelechi Iheanacho managed to sneak into a bar to watch City’s epic 2011/12 title triumph.
They report: “Iheanacho has revealed that the first time he ever watched Manchester City was when they clinched the title at the end of the 2011-12 season.
“The City striker was just 15 when he says he paid 12p to get into a bar in his native Nigeria to watch the final day of the season unfold, seeing now teammate Sergio Aguero score the crucial Premier League clinching goal in stoppage time against QPR .
“Now 20-year-old, who has now become City's second striker behind Aguero, described how everyone in the bar "was going crazy" as City pipped United to the league title.”
Well worth a read.
Finally, occasional mancity.com columnist Simon Curtis has written a lengthy preview for ESPN about this weekend’s top five clash at the Etihad, plus the damage already inflicted by Spurs on the Blues this campaign.
He writes: “Pep Guardiola's season -- and that of the team he steers -- has reached a pivotal moment.
“The enormity of the challenge, the steady accumulation of problems to attend to and the gradual realisation of how deep they run have brought things to a head. Once again, City's dirty washing is out and in clear view for everyone to see.
“Never before has the Catalan coach been confronted with such a scenario. Breaking new geographical ground was an obvious first, as was pitting his wits against the power and glory of the Premier League, but now Guardiola faces a multi-pronged challenge that will test every grain of his undoubted talent: How to haul Manchester City towards a successful climax to 2016-17.
“The first issue stems from the very core philosophy that has brought him this far: that of pass and move. City's possession has been long and untroubled for much of the season. Playing around in defensive and midfield areas, time stands still and all is right with the world.
“The ball pings gently and efficiently from foot to foot and player to player as if threaded along a piece of fishing line. During that glorious 10-win streak at the beginning of the season, it appeared enough to completely transform City, despite the personnel he was forced to employ.
Now, though, when the ball is safely delivered to the edge of the penalty box, things begin to happen to it that upset the apple cart.”
More – much more – tomorrow…
I feel stupider after reading it.
I couldn't finish it, i could feel my brain cells committing suicide one by one whilst i laughed hysterically
Finally a man of reason!
This surely has to happen doesn't it? Can't see anything else to make a more perfect checklist even if I try.
Antoine Griezmann
is French is a United lifelong fan is David Beckham's biggest fanboy is hoping he could play with Pogba at club's level is essentially allowed to leave by SimeoneUnited
freed up number 7 shirt give no shit about moneyIf it falls through, football romance is dead.
Looks like we're just signing all of France's best players, let's get Varane next, he's pretty decent.
Has it come to the point I need to cancel our summer holiday and steer towards Carrington instead? Or perhaps start following Woodward's shadow?
I'm sold. If we sign him then it's like signing a younger version of RvP in his prime.
Isn't Griezmann currently showing some poor form?
If we are paying a World record transfer fee (or close), then shouldn't we be getting a player who is absolutely at the peak of his powers?
Now if Suarez, Neymar or Messi became available, even at £100M+, I think it would be worth it.
If we are paying a World record transfer fee (or close), then shouldn't we be getting a player who is absolutely at the peak of his powers?
Now if Suarez, Neymar or Messi became available, even at £100M+, I think it would be worth it.
A. Why is being French a plus?!This surely has to happen doesn't it? Can't see anything else to make a more perfect checklist even if I try.
Antoine Griezmann
United
If it falls through, football romance is dead.
B. The 7 shirt is cursed.
Logical, France has the best international squad on the planet currently. I'd take half of their national team.
Isn't Griezmann currently showing some poor form?
If we are paying a World record transfer fee (or close), then shouldn't we be getting a player who is absolutely at the peak of his powers?
Now if Suarez, Neymar or Messi became available, even at £100M+, I think it would be worth it.
Well he got his 4th goal in 5 games today.
What's the plan on how to play him?
I like him as a player, but he definitely seems to be one where the team has to play to his strengths - similar to Pogba. With them both we saw France struggle to try and accomplish this. How everyone think Mourinho will approach it? The only way I can think is it requires a formation with 3 in midfield and 3 in attack.
I like him as a player, but he definitely seems to be one where the team has to play to his strengths - similar to Pogba. With them both we saw France struggle to try and accomplish this. How everyone think Mourinho will approach it? The only way I can think is it requires a formation with 3 in midfield and 3 in attack.
they refer to the game vs spurs as a "top 5 tie" like thats a thing because they cant say "top 4 tie" I think theybare doingbthier upmost best to beat us to become the new liverpool its glorious.
No matter how much money they have they still come across as a tacky plastic club. It's like if you paid millions to bring Hollywood A-listers to Blackpool; it'd still be a tacky shit hole.
We have always had great French players in our squad in Ferguson era. and it continues now with Pogba. And a French world class attacker wearing number 7 shirt again, taking us to the next level? No, just me?
This surely has to happen doesn't it? Can't see anything else to make a more perfect checklist even if I try.
Antoine Griezmann
United
If it falls through, football romance is dead.
And apparently doesn't care if we are in Champs League or not..will still come.
And a dance routine to collaborate with Pogba and Lingard. Or just kicked Lingard out the dance club because will seem a bit like a third wheel.
I had to do a triple take, legitimately thought it was one of those fan run accounts that post every bit of news related to the club the support
Griezmann's goal output seems to have dropped this season compared to the last two. I don't really watch Athletico Madrid's games, so can anyone tell me what has changed? Is it just a temporary slump in form or is he still playing very well but been unlucky with goals?
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